Staffordshire households earning under £36,000 could qualify for free heating upgrades worth up to £30,000 this winter under the Warm Homes: Local Grant scheme. Apply now to improve your home's energy efficiency.
A massive 652-mile 'wall of snow' is forecast to sweep from Essex to Scotland on January 5, 2026, bringing up to 20cm. Get the latest maps, forecasts, and travel advice here.
Analysis reveals York has the UK's priciest energy bills at £1,181 a year. Expert tips on cutting costs and improving home insulation this winter.
RAF veteran Barrie Griffiths urges Hertfordshire residents to post messages of support for veterans this Christmas via Help for Heroes. Small gestures can combat loneliness.
Two East Cheshire Hospice employees, Laura Lamptey and Charlotte Bains, are training to trek the Great Wall of China in November 2026 to raise vital funds. Discover their inspiring reasons and how to support them.
Grant Store experts warn turning heating on and off wastes energy. Maintain a steady temperature for efficiency and lower bills this winter.
Experts warn condensation between window panes signals failed seals, letting heat escape and raising bills. Discover the one fix and repair options before winter.
The Energy Saving Trust reveals how cavity wall insulation can cut £240 from annual energy costs for many UK households. Discover if your home is suitable and the key steps to take.
Experts warn cutting the £1.3bn ECO insulation scheme will plunge households into fuel poverty and cost 10,000 skilled jobs. Read why industry leaders are urging a rethink.
A simple A4 paper test can identify draughty windows, allowing homeowners to slash energy costs. One resident saved £50 with a 15-minute fix, making their home warmer instantly.
Octopus Energy and EDF advise draught-proofing to combat heat loss. Simple measures could save households £80 yearly on energy bills while keeping homes warmer.
A common heating myth is inflating winter bills for British Gas, EDF, EON, Ovo, and Octopus customers. Experts reveal the cost-effective alternative to save money.
Expert guide to preparing your greenhouse for winter. Protect plants from frost, reduce heating costs, and extend your growing season with these essential tips.
The Talbot in Kempsey applies to rebuild a collapsed brick wall in its beer garden, damaged by ivy and a tree stump, to ensure public safety and preserve the Grade II listed building.
Heating specialists warn turning up your thermostat won't warm rooms faster but could increase annual heating costs by 10% per degree. Discover simple fixes to save money.
Shamim Khan from Derby completes a 3300m ascent trek along China's Great Wall, raising vital funds for The Air Ambulance Service. Support her heroic challenge today.
Apple and Amazon deliver stunning first-quarter results, defying Wall Street expectations with strong performances in services and cloud computing sectors.